Students live in a friendly and caring community which is committed to their safety and welfare. Students receive outstanding Health &
Well-being support specifically designed for dancers.

We are proud to be a world class centre of excellence for the training and education of classical ballet dancers where graduating students are prepared to secure contracts with national and international ballet companies. Teachers come from successful professional dance backgrounds and teach with passion and commitment.

A student-focussed learning experience maximises each studentís potential in learning, living and dancing skills. The positive learning environment and high expectations prepare our graduates for life in the very best national and international ballet companies.

Elmhurst in Association with Birmingham Royal Ballet is a world renowned centre of excellence for the training and education of ballet dancers. Students are equipped with the skills, resilience and creativity to succeed and make a difference in the professional dance world and beyond.

Royal Academy of Dance Classes

Elmhurst runs Saturday RAD examination classes for full-time students. Students concentrate on the RAD examination syllabus from Intermediate Foundation to Solo-Seal, working with teachers drawn from Elmhurst's exceptional dance faculty. The above programme facilitates entrance into the Phyllis Bedells Bursary and the Genée International Competition.

Elmhurst has a strong relationship with the RAD, with students from the school having featured in the RAD's existing and new
vocational syllabi DVDs.